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Tecton X 3vsCascadia Elite
The Tecton X 3 and Cascadia Elite are both race shoes built for trail running. Both are priced at $275. The Cascadia Elite is the lighter shoe at 9.7 oz versus 10.3 oz for the Tecton X 3. In our ratings, the Tecton X 3 edges out the Cascadia Elite — 9.0/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 9.0 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $275✓ | $275✓ | |
| Weight | 10.3 oz | 9.7 oz✓ | |
| Category | Race Shoe | Race Shoe | |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail | |
| Cushion | Medium | Medium | |
| Softness | Soft | Soft | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 5 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 40 mm | 40 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Narrow | Narrow | |
| Energy Return | High✓ | High✓ | |
| Breathability | Medium | Medium | |
| Traction | Medium | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | High✓ | |
| Durability | Good | Good |
